Lost and Spy

This is Kavli’s true purpose.

To secure a position for his brother in the upcoming new Philippine government.

This is not difficult.

The key is to see how ambitious the Caverleys, or more accurately, the Stan Rockley family, are.

What kind of position are they really targeting.

Meng Shaoyuan nodded understandingly: "Of course, not all of a family is in business, and politics is also a good choice. Mr. Stan Rockley, what is your brother prepared to contribute to the conquest?"

"Secretary of Commerce," Cavelli blurted out.

For a moment, there was silence at the banquet.

The opening is too wide.

Six stores?

Just relying on this, you have to exchange for the position of Minister of Commerce?

Meng Shaoyuan made a mental evaluation.

With his own energy, coupled with MacArthur, a commerce minister may not be able to do it.

But what can I gain?

What about rewards?

This is a business.

"Colonel, those six shops are just a little gift for me." Sure enough, the cunning Kaveri saw Meng Shaoyuan's thoughts: "I think there are still many places where we can cooperate in business. In Cebu, Sambo, Yan, Antipolo, we all have many industries..."

Antipolo?

Meng Shaoyuan's heart moved.

Xiao Ke has gone to San Romano.

Once the gold there is successfully discovered, Antipolo is the only way to transport it to the Port of Manila.

On the way, the U.S. military patrols had their own solutions.

But what about hidden threats?

After all, the Philippines today is not a peaceful place.

You will encounter too many unexpected situations on the road.

Meng Shaoyuan knows the skills of negotiation too well. If he is rashly interested in certain things now, he will only control the initiative of negotiation into the hands of the other party.

"Mr. President." At this time, Caveri threw temptation to Fabio again: "Citibank, as a powerful bank, of course hopes to have your presence in every city in the Philippines. And I can tell you You guarantee that you will receive full assistance from the Stan Rockley family in the reconstruction process of Citibank in the Philippines!"

It has to be said that this is also a temptation.

Despite its strong American background, opening a bank in cities other than Manila, which is completely controlled by Americans, will still encounter various unexpected difficulties.

But it would be different if we could get the full assistance from local snakes, which could avoid countless troubles.

And Caveri also needs Citibank.

Once you get the support of such a large consortium, the situation will become completely different.

This is a good thing.

Fabio doesn't care.

Citibank always has to train an agent.

Whether they are members of the Stan Rockley family or any other family, it is the same for Citibank.

The premise is, what can Citibank get.

After throwing out his own bait, Kaveri set his sights on Meng Shaoyuan.

Now, the colonel's nod was needed.

After all, he and Fabio are on the same side.

If he cannot agree, then Citibank may also have big problems.

Meng Shaoyuan lit a cigarette, took a few puffs, and then said slowly: "Cebu."

"What?" Kaveri was startled.

"I am very interested in Cebu." Meng Shaoyuan said very seriously: "I am very interested in the transportation industry. As an important city after Manila, whoever controls Cebu's transportation industry will also own the transportation industry." A gold mine.

Of course, I personally don’t have much interest in doing business, but I have many business friends. "

Meng Shaoyuan had no interest in Cebu at all.

And he knew even more clearly that even if Kaveri was willing, it would be impossible for the Stan Rockley family to control the entire transportation industry in Cebu.

Not to mention whether the Americans would agree, the power of various Filipino families in Cebu would never allow this to happen.

Therefore, Kaveri can't do it, and neither can the Stan Rockley family.

Sure enough, Caverly looked a little embarrassed: "Colonel, the Stan Rockley family does have its own property in Cebu, and it is recovering. I can even say that it is recovering quite well. If Colonel is willing, Stan Rockley welcomes Your participation.

But transportation rights in Cebu? Colonel, you probably know this better than I do. In a city like Cebu, transportation rights require the consent of Americans, and we have no choice at all. "

"Of course I know that I need the consent of the Americans." Meng Shaoyuan looked gloomy: "However, my power has no way to intervene in Cebu. The Stan Rockley family's business in Cebu? To be honest, my friend is only interested in Cebu. Transportation rights are interested.”

Cavelli frowned and thought for a long time: "Sir, where is Antipolo?" This is what Meng Shaoyuan really wants.

Although Antipolo is also a big city in the Philippines, its presence is very low compared to cities like the Philippines and Cebu.

And it doesn’t offer much in return for Americans.

Therefore, Americans did not pay much attention to it even before the war.

Instead, local Filipino forces took root there.

Meng Shaoyuan only knew about the existence of the Stan Rockley family, and he didn't know how much influence Stan Rockley had on Antipolo. He was just testing it out.

"Antipolo?" Meng Shaoyuan pretended to think for a while: "Does the Stan Rockley family have influence there?"

However, what Meng Shaoyuan did not expect was that Cavelli immediately said: "Yes, Colonel, there are some things I can tell you. Even during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines, when they were in Antipolo, many things required Stan The cooperation of the Rockley family.

Stan Rockley started out in Antipolo, so we've been operating there for too long. Antipolo transportation rights? Colonel, I don't think there's any problem if your friend is willing. But we can't sign any paper contract, I hope you can understand my difficulty. "

Meng Shaoyuan was overjoyed.

I understand, of course I can.

The Stanrockley family can control Antipolo, but it is impossible to publicly hand over the transportation rights to someone without the consent of the Americans.

All Cavelli can do is essentially control Antipolo.

"this?"

Meng Shaoyuan pondered again: "I can ask my friend to see if he is interested. Of course, I have seen your sincerity, Mr. Stan Rockley. As for whether you want to be the Minister of Commerce? I think, Mr. Livingston and I will be happy to assist."

"Yes." Fabio said.

Fabio was already very satisfied with the conditions that Cavelli had just promised.

At this time, Kaveri no longer concealed the joy on his face.

Once the best military officer in Manila and the general agent of Citibank in Manila get their support, it will not be difficult at all for a member of his family to take the position of Minister of Commerce that he has long coveted.

As for the contribution of the Stan Rockley family? What they got was nothing.

"Thank you very much, Colonel, Mr. President." Kaveri calmed down and said, "Of course, we also know that it is not a wise choice for you to force yourself forward. Moreover, this may make you feel embarrassed. "

Meng Shaoyuan and Fabio were both stunned.

What does it mean?

They had already agreed to assist, so why did Kaveri say such words again?

Kaveri seems to have already thought about it: "Two distinguished gentlemen, you probably also know that the United States has brought democracy, freedom, prosperity and strength to the Philippines, and all the people of the Philippines are grateful to the United States.

However, do you know who the Filipino hates the most, whether it is President Osmina or General MacArthur? "

Fabio frowned.

Meng Shaoyuan said calmly: "You are probably talking about Emilio Aguinaldo."

Kavilli nodded vigorously.

This was the first president of the Philippines.

In 1898, just as the Philippine Revolutionary Army was defeating the Spanish colonists, the U.S. military suddenly declared war on Spain and formally intervened in the war in the Philippines. Soon the Spanish army was forced to retreat to Manila by the U.S.-Philippine coalition. Victory in the Philippines' Hundred Years' War of Independence seemed to be in sight.

However, "there is no such thing as love without reason, let alone hatred without reason." The United States' declaration of war on Spain was not for world peace, let alone the spread of so-called freedom and democracy.

At the end of the 19th century, the emerging capitalist countries headed by the United States developed rapidly, and the monopoly bourgeoisie was eager to expand. Overseas colonization was undoubtedly their best choice. However, the world had been divided up by old empires such as Britain and France. Naturally, the weak would be picked first. The declining Spain, which had only two colonies in Cuba and the Philippines, became fat in the eyes of Americans.

Spain, which was trapped in a corner, reached an agreement with the United States in order to preserve the last dignity of the secret, and transferred the Philippines to the United States for 20 million US dollars. In order to make the United States and Spain conduct a landing in Manila, the Philippines was He was tricked by his "allies" without knowing it.

The U.S. military possesses advanced weapons and strong economic strength, and gradually expands its base starting from Manila. Ewell Otis, the commander-in-chief of the U.S. military in the Philippines, ordered the U.S. military to violently suppress the Philippine revolutionary cause. Although the Philippine revolutionary army is brave, it cannot stand up to the constant attacks of aircraft and artillery. After a year of fighting, the Philippine Revolutionary Army retreated steadily.

In the end, Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippines, ordered the troops to move into the countryside to carry out guerrilla warfare. The regular army transformed into guerrillas, and the regular warfare transformed into guerrilla warfare. The advanced weapons of the US military temporarily lost their advantage.

The Philippine Revolutionary Army annihilated nearly 10,000 U.S. troops. The more they suppressed, the more they resisted. This was the first time the United States tried to experience the blood behind colonial rule.

In February of the same year, Ewell Otis, the commander-in-chief of the U.S. Army in the Philippines, was transferred back to China due to the delay in stabilizing the situation in the Philippines. His successor was the famous Arthur MacArthur, and his son was Douglas MacArthur, who would become famous in Asia. .

After MacArthur Sr. came to power, he immediately terminated Otis's bloody suppression. He believed that the Philippines longed for freedom, and only by allowing the Philippines to gain sovereignty could the antagonistic relationship between the two countries be eased. He spread this news to the Filipino people through various channels.

Soon the U.S. military received important information that Philippine revolutionary leader Aguinaldo was hiding in Paranan. MacArthur immediately sent a team to arrest him.

The entire capture process went very smoothly. When Aguinaldo was brought into the U.S. military camp, he was warmly welcomed by MacArthur Sr. The U.S. military spread the news of the enthusiastic talks between Sr. MacArthur and Aguinaldo throughout the Philippines. Soon, revolutionary armies everywhere began to lay down their weapons. , Old MacArthur took the opportunity to announce an amnesty. As long as the revolutionary army laid down its arms, not only would it not be guilty, but it would also receive certain compensation. At this time, the national resistance passion gradually subsided.

Years later, when asked about the intentions of the U.S. military in occupying the Philippines, MacArthur Sr. replied: "...to promote the concept of freedom to the Filipino people. This concept of freedom has already been greatly developed in the United States."

In fact, the so-called "freedom" is just a whitewash of imperialist colonial rule. The old MacArthur advocated something very similar to what American politicians at the time called "appeasement." When the revolution laid down its arms, what awaited them was only the casual ravage of imperialism. In 1902, the old MacArthur was happy It was announced to Washington and the world that the US-Philippine War was over. This independence war that had lasted for six years was easily disintegrated by the old MacArthur.

After the start of World War II, Japan invaded the Philippines in December 1941.

Aguinaldo came out again and cooperated with Japan. Through speeches, articles and radio broadcasts, he called on the US military and the Philippine army led by MacArthur to surrender "for the sake of the naive Filipino youth who do not know how to fight."

After Japan's defeat, traitors were liquidated in the Philippines, and Aguinaldo was arrested and imprisoned for "collaborating with the enemy."

MacArthur, on the other hand, always felt that Aguinaldo had betrayed his father. His father captured Aguinaldo and not only saved his life, but even gave him enough freedom.

But what about Aguinaldo?

MacArthur once wanted to sentence Aguinaldo to death.

But like many "big figures" in the Philippines, Aguinaldo still has many followers in the Philippines. Once he is sentenced to death, it is likely to cause unnecessary trouble. Therefore, this also made MacArthur unable to make up his mind.

Now, when Meng Shaoyuan said the name Aguinaldo, Cavelli felt that his cooperation with the colonel was completely worth it. The colonel even got some hints from the top of the US military. Otherwise, how could he Say the name Aguinaldo?

"Colonel, this damn Aguinaldo, betrayed the interests of the entire Philippines." Caverly looked very indignant: "After the liberation of Manila, he was arrested, but even in prison, he still behaved very badly. honest."

Meng Shaoyuan knew very well that whether it was Aguinaldo or that Roxas, they would be pardoned in the end!